Science in an Enchanted World

Discover the thought-provoking insights of Julie Davies in her compelling book, Science in an Enchanted World, published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2018. Spanning 282 pages, this hardback edition delves into the ideas of Joseph Glanvill, a distinguished Fellow of the Royal Society, who uniquely intertwined experimental philosophy with theology.

In his groundbreaking work, Saducismus Triumphatus (1681), Glanvill offers a bold defense of witchcraft's existence, shedding light on the intricate interplay between evolving religious beliefs and scientific thought during a transformative period of history. This exploration not only reveals Glanvill's provocative arguments but also reflects the broader attitudes toward witchcraft in the 17th century. Dive into Science in an Enchanted World to understand how these ideas shaped the cultural landscape of the time and continue to resonate today.